General Manager - Wxix

Position: GENERAL MANAGER - WXIX
About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025.

We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WXIX: WXIX-TV, FOX
19 NOW is the FOX affiliate serving Cincinnati, Ohio, and the Kentucky–Ohio–Indiana tri-state area, the nation’s 37th-largest Designated Market Area (DMA). As the flagship station of the Cincinnati Bengals and Cincinnati Reds, FOX
19 NOW operates under the slogan “Always Local, Always Now” and produces more than 73 hours of news programming each week. FOX
19 NOW is the leader in Morning News with local coverage from 4:30 a.m. until Noon each weekday. The station airs early evening news from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays and the market’s #1 (A25-54) late, local News starting at 10:00 to 11:30 p.m. FOX
19 NOW is the Flagship Station of the Cincinnati Bengals. FOX
19 NOW is proud to serve the community on multiple platforms and broadcast some of the most popular programming in the Tri-State, including NFL on FOX, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, and the FOX prime time schedule.

Job Summary /

Description:

Gray Media is looking for the next General Manager for WXIX-TV, FOX
19 NOW, serving Cincinnati, Ohio and the Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area, the nation’s 37th DMA. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of media management experience, including experience as a General Manager, Director of Sales, or News Director or Creative Services Director. The Vice President/General Manager will report directly to a Senior Operating Officer - Local Media of Gray and will be responsible for the management of all aspects of the station in a highly competitive and decentralized corporate culture.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead a fully functioning multi-platform media station with a focus on growing revenue and audience Be the primary leader in generating ratings and revenue. Develop strategic plans and operational plans for the station's growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation that are in alignment with the local brand Effectively communicate with department heads and all employees. Create a collaborative, team-based environment.

Lead with positive motivation, direction, and insight while holding the team accountable for the attainment of operational goals Encourage innovation across all levels of the organization Provide visible leadership both inside the station and in the community. Develop strong relationships with key clients and other business partners Provide training and development opportunities to team members Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance.

Responsible for station operating and capital expense budgets

Enforce all FCC, EEO, SOX, and any other appropriate rules and regulations Understand and adhere to company policies, and at all times adhere to the highest ethical standards

Perform other duties as may…